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Monday, October 21, 2013

HFEMS Division Director Named

D. Randy Kuykendall has been selected by Joni Reynolds as the Director of the
Health Facilities and Emergency Medical Services Division of the Colorado
Department of Public Health and Environment. Randy served as Interim Director
leading up to the selection. This appointment reflects the Department's
commitment to further enhance the important work conducted by the Division.

Randy brings with him a wealth of expertise in management and health
care, both as a leader and a technical expert. He has more than 35 years
experience in emergency medical and trauma services system development and
health care design and administration. Randy holds a Bachelor of Arts in
Organizational Development and a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies/Adult
Learning from Regis University.

Since coming to the Division in 2004,
Randy has served as Chief of Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Section, Deputy Director of the Division and Interim Director. His leadership background
includes having served as President of the National Association of State EMS
Officials and the Committee on the Accreditation of Education Programs for the
EMS Professions. Randy represents the Department on the State Emergency Medical
and Trauma Services Advisory Council and has served on the Emergency Medical
Practice Advisory Council.

Joni said, "I am confident Randy will
effectively lead the Division, building on its existing strengths and
identifying new directions, while continuing our emphasis on protecting the
health and welfare of Colorado's citizens. Please join me in extending a
heartfelt welcome to Randy."